Swansea,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University
Swansea University
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Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,500
(c. USD31,320.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Pursuing a Chemical Engineering degree offers specialized education in contemporary process engineering, cultivating essential analytical and problem-solving abilities for industrial applications. Chemical engineers play a key role in transforming raw materials into useful products for society. Their expertise guarantees sustainable utilization of natural resources while ensuring safe, eco-conscious handling of by-products. The Engineering Foundation Year serves as a gateway to various complete engineering degrees, constituting the initial phase of a four-year BEng program rather than a standalone qualification. This professionally recognized program delivers comprehensive training in all chemical engineering disciplines, maintaining diverse career pathways. Throughout your studies, developing analytical competencies will merge with practical experience, forming crucial skills for success in the broader chemical engineering field.
Swansea's Chemical Engineering graduates unlock diverse career prospects, with potential roles including: Process Engineer, Energy Specialist, Oil & Gas Engineer, Research & Development Scientist, Mineral Extraction Engineer, Industrial Operations Manager, Systems Implementation Engineer, and Drilling Operations Specialist.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
We accept a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds for the Engineering Foundation Year. Each application is considered on a case-by case basis, depending on the educational background and work experience of the applicant.
For A level or IB students, our standard offer is BCC at A level, or 26 at IB.
Students studying for BTEC or other vocational qualifications, who might not have the right pre-requisite Mathematical background for Year 1 entry, may also apply for this scheme. BTEC entry requirements for the Foundation Year are DDD, with D in all Mathematics modules.
All applicants are also expected to hold minimum B grades at GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and all sciences, including at least two A grades.
Mature students with relevant work experience, or access courses with a good mathematical and science content, are also considered for this scheme, an interview may be required.
32 UCAS tariff points at a minimum of GCE AS level. For subjects in Accounting and Finance, a minimum Grade C Maths GCSE is required, IELTS - 5.5 (Minimum of 5.5 in each component)
For A level or IB students, our standard offer is BCC at A level, or 26 at IB.
Students studying for BTEC or other vocational qualifications, who might not have the right pre-requisite Mathematical background for Year 1 entry, may also apply for this scheme. BTEC entry requirements for the Foundation Year are DDD, with D in all Mathematics modules.
All applicants are also expected to hold minimum B grades at GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and all sciences, including at least two A grades.
Mature students with relevant work experience, or access courses with a good mathematical and science content, are also considered for this scheme, an interview may be required.
32 UCAS tariff points at a minimum of GCE AS level. For subjects in Accounting and Finance, a minimum Grade C Maths GCSE is required, IELTS - 5.5 (Minimum of 5.5 in each component)
Tuition
GBP
23,500